# Smart Steps Mobile vs SnapType

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SnapType at 64% against Smart Steps Mobile's 0%. SnapType also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 8 months) and ratings volume (366 vs 3). Smart Steps Mobile's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SnapType sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $49.99 per year. Smart Steps Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

SnapType holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SnapType has 366 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Smart Steps Mobile's written reviews are positive against 64% of SnapType's.

Smart Steps Mobile ships an update every 8 months, SnapType every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smart Steps Mobile | SnapType |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-steps-mobile/id887603628/reviews) | **[4.5 (366 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snaptype/id1124115982/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **366** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **64.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 23 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SmartSteps](https://appshunter.io/developer/887603631) | [SNAPTYPE, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1124115980) |

## What reviewers say

### Smart Steps Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-steps-mobile/id887603628)

This app guides individuals with disabilities through challenging everyday situations with step-by-step instructions and helpful prompts. It offers customizable decision trees, safety tips, and emergency contact features to foster independence and reduce anxiety.

**Highlights:** Step-by-step decision trees, Read-Aloud buttons, Profile screen for information sharing, Map button for directions, Emergency contact features, Customizable decision trees with images (upgrade)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### SnapType

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snaptype/id1124115982)

This app allows students to easily complete school worksheets by adding text to images of their assignments using their device's keyboard. It's a helpful tool for those who struggle with handwriting, enabling them to share their completed work via print, email, or other sharing options.

**Highlights:** Add text to worksheet images, Import worksheets from device, Use device keyboard for input, Print completed worksheets, Email completed worksheets, Share completed worksheets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Everything Unlocked | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for learning difficulties
- 👍 Helps with handwriting struggles
- 👍 Improves work quality
- 👍 Text-to-speech is helpful
- 👍 Fills an unmet need

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Location is inaccurate
- 🐛 Boxes don't move
- 🐛 Automatic blur problem
- 🐛 Voice is unnatural
- 🐛 New version is expensive

**Reported bugs**

- Location is never where you tap
- Boxes don’t move when you want it to
- Automatic blur problem
- Upgrade doesn't restore
- Crashes when trying to install on iPad

**Requested features**

- Fix automatic blur
- Add erasing function for Apple Pencil
- More space for documents (basic version)
- Ability to write on SnapType (free version)
- Enable text-to-speech for worksheet directions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smart Steps Mobile free?

Smart Steps Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SnapType free?

SnapType is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Smart Steps Mobile or SnapType?

SnapType is rated higher. Smart Steps Mobile averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while SnapType averages 4.5 from 366 ratings.

### Do Smart Steps Mobile or SnapType have ads?

Neither Smart Steps Mobile nor SnapType shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Smart Steps Mobile or SnapType?

Smart Steps Mobile ships an update every 8 months, and SnapType every 4 weeks. Most recently, Smart Steps Mobile was updated on September 20, 2026 and SnapType on September 26, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*